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One person is dead and two others are receiving treatment after sustaining gunshot wounds in a military clash with some residents of Mpatuam in the Amansie West District of the Ashanti region. Assembly member of Aboabo, Samuel Danquah, was confirmed dead at the hospital after he was allegedly shot by the soldiers in an altercation. The tragic incident is said to have occurred on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, following a clash between the youth and the military on a mining concession in the area. According to the Assembly Member for Mpatuam, Kwame Sakyi, the clash erupted after the agitated youth…
Mr George Opare Addo The Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, has stated that a new App is being procured for posting of National Service personnel for the 2025/2026 year. He revealed that the existing platform for posting personnel has been abandoned because it is fraught with irregularities. Mr Oapre Addo disclosed this in an interview with 3news on September 9, 2025. “We have not done much with respect to postings this year because just when the app was opened, his excellency instructed that we should suspend it and do some further investigations. As I speak, the…
The Youth Wing of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has served notice of hitting the streets to demonstrate against what they describe as police harassment. In a post shared via social media, the Youth Wing of the opposition political party could not fathom why the police are arresting people for no criminal offences, but just harsh criticism of the current government. To them, it is shocking that similar comments that come from members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have gone unnoticed. They have therefore served notice that they will march to the Police headquarters in grand style to register…
reinvented several key aspects of the retail and fashion industry: Unlike traditional fast fashion that prioritized speed over durability, Yanai created a model that combined rapid trend response with higher-quality basics. Uniqlo became known for well-made, functional clothing at accessible prices rather than disposable fashion. He reimagined casual clothing as “LifeWear” – simple, high-quality essentials that enhance daily life rather than following fleeting trends. This philosophical shift moved away from seasonal fashion cycles toward timeless, functional design. Yanai revolutionized garment production by investing heavily in innovative materials and manufacturing techniques. Examples include Heattech thermal wear, AIRism cooling fabric, and Ultra…
The Minority in Parliament has condemned what it describes as a “growing culture of political persecution and abuse of power” following the arrest and remand of Mr. Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, the Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Abronye DC was remanded in police custody until Friday, 12th September 2025, after being charged with “offensive conduct conducive to a breach of the peace.” In a statement issued on Tuesday, 9th September 2025, and signed by Jerry Ahmed Shaib, 2nd Deputy Minority Whip and MP for Weija-Gbawe, the Minority Caucus argued that the arrest signals…
Nollywood actress Annie Idibia has shared with a heartfelt, albeit cryptic post addressed to her daughter, which many interpret as a reflection on her past struggles and a message of empowerment. “I hope my daughter doesn’t accept things I’ve accepted, that she knows her worth from the start and knows that no matter what, she always has me in her corner,” Annie wrote in her Instagram story. The actress, who has maintained a relatively low profile since her separation from music icon 2Face Idibia earlier this year, did not provide further details. However, the post quickly drew attention, with fans…
Natasha Osawaru, legislator representing Egor Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly and newlywed wife of Nigerian music legend 2Baba, has been celebrated with the Best Legislator Award at the 2025 National Leadership Awards in Abuja. “I am deeply honoured to receive the Best Legislator Award at the 2025 National Leadership Awards,” Natasha said during her acceptance speech. “This recognition is for the people of Egor Constituency, Edo State, whose trust drives my commitment to women empowerment, education, healthcare, and youth development. Together, we rise!” The recognition ceremony, held at the Nigerian Merit House, Maitama, brought together leaders, dignitaries,…
The National Service Authority Staff Union (NASASU) have described the appointment of Ms. Ruth Dela Seddoh as a historical milestone. According to the association, her appointment as the first woman substantive Director-General of the Authority attests to her hard work, dedication, and passion for creating a thriving public service where all stakeholders are treated with professionalism and priority. They used the opportunity to wish her continued success and growth in her new role. Adding that “May your appointment bring prosperity and progress to the National Service Authority, its staff, and our nation.” Ruth Dela Seddoh took over from Felix Gyamfi,…
Former Deputy GES DG, Dr. Bempah Tandoh, has revealed that Dr. Yaw Adutwum’s leadership style negatively affected Free SHS implementation. According to him, the former education minister relied heavily on his expertise as an educationist while relegating the technical support of education professionals he met at the ministry. This, he believes, had a damning impact on the policy, which was rolled out in 2017 and implemented seamlessly by Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh. “As a minister of education, regardless of what you know, you work with the technical people on the ground. The biggest challenge was that because he felt he…
Asanko Gold Ghana Ltd. has issued a statement clarifying the circumstances surrounding the violent incident that occurred at its concession near Mpatoam in the Amansie South District on September 9, 2025. According to the company, the unrest stemmed from a confrontation between military personnel and community members around its operating concessions. Asanko explained that the military presence in the area was part of a state-mandated security intervention, coordinated through the Ghana Chamber of Mines. “Tensions escalated within the local community, leading to civil unrest, an attack on the military camps and an invasion of the mining operational areas. “These events…